Small Ship Cruises & Luxury Expeditions to Antarctica & South Georgia. Discover Rugged Landscapes, Breathtaking Sceneries & Abundant Wildlife with Wild Earth Travel.
For many Antarctica is the ultimate travel destination. It lives up to the superlatives that have been applied by explorers and travellers. Countless penguins, seals and whales enjoy rich waters that surround and protect Antarctica. The region is famous for its breathtaking scenery of towering peaks, rugged glaciers and icy waters. An expedition to the Antarctic is certainly one of the most memorable experiences you can have.
The island of South Georgia is one of the first gateways to the Antarctic. It lays about 1400 km south-west of the Falklands. With its massive landmass, South Georgia's rugged landscapes provide fantastic photographic opportunities. South Georgia is a real oasis in the stormy Southern Ocean. It is home to penguins, albatrosses, seals, whales and petrels - all in huge numbers. South Georgia is also identified as an “Important Bird Area” by Birdlife International.
Most travellers sail to the Antarctic from South America. Here the crossing to Antarctica is short and the coast is ice-free for an extended period. Antarctic Peninsula and South Georgia Islands expeditions leave between November and March.
Early in the season, you will see landscapes dominated by snow and ice. Penguins and wildlife just starting their breeding season.
Mid-December to the end of January is the height of the Antarctic summer. Penguin chicks become independent, whale numbers increase and polar days are the longest.
In February and March, the weather is getting cooler, whale encounters are some of the best and sunsets are stunning.
Wild Earth Travel offers many small ship cruises and expeditions to South Georgia and Antarctica. Visit South Georgia Island on its own or combine your visit with a cruise to the Falkland Islands and the Antarctic Peninsula.
Please feel free to enquire and let the experienced team at Wild Earth Travel find a perfect small ship cruise for you.